Bon App Hangzhou

19/10/2025

It had been almost a year since my last visit, but everything still tasted just as good.
The ingredients were fresh — sweet shrimp, scallop, and seared salmon were beautifully presented. The skewers were grilled perfectly too, crispy chicken skin and tender pork belly.
Sitting at the counter, watching the chef slice, torch, and roll with calm precision felt quietly satisfying.

The service was still attentive and genuine — steady, unpretentious, and exactly how I remembered it.

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09/10/2025

Haircuts from ¥50, braids start around ¥280 — all clearly priced. Fades were crisp, lines well-shaped, and the braiding team was fast and super organized. You can pick colors, length, and style.

Everything’s clean and professional, from the tools to the service. Staff work in both English and Chinese, and bookings work through WeChat or WhatsApp.

It’s just a short walk from Zhejiang A&F University, and while it’s called “International,” the vibe and pricing feel down-to-earth. Locals, students and expats alike would feel totally comfortable here.

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09/10/2025

🎉 Facebook recognized Bon App's Hangzhou community for starting engaging conversations and producing inspiring content among our audience and peers!

08/10/2025

Daqishan National Forest Park, just outside Tonglu, makes for an easy and refreshing half-day hike. The trail is straightforward and shaded, starting with a peaceful bamboo forest that's cool even in summer.

There are streams and waterfalls throughout the path, with Shuilian Waterfall and a koi pond being particularly scenic spots for photos. Further up,you'll reach a beautiful blue alpine lake - the color really stands out against the greenery.

The route includes light adventure elements like rope bridges and wooden walkways, which are fun but still friendly for families and casual walkers. On the way down, don't miss the forest slide car (林滑车） - a smooth ride through the trees and a relaxing way to finish.

Overall, it's shaded, scenic, and not too strenuous.Go in the morning to avoid crowds, bring comfortable shoes, some sun protection, and sunglasses - that's all you need.

Entry is 46 RMB (buy tickets 30 mins in advance),or free with a culture card (2-hour lead time). Take a high-speed train from Hangzhou to Tonglu Station (or a Didi ride is ok too), then a 10-minute ride to the gate.

Park hours: 8:30-16:00.

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08/10/2025

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07/10/2025

Pompeii at the West Lake — a rare heritage dialogue in Hangzhou

To mark its 20th anniversary, the West Lake Museum is hosting a major international exhibition in partnership with the Naples National Archaeological Museum. “Dialogues with Pompeii” brings 115 artifacts to Hangzhou — including frescoes, sculptures, glasswork, and metal objects — many of which have never been seen in China before.

The layout is airy and thoughtfully paced, with distinct zones that walk visitors through daily life, religion, food, and aesthetics of ancient Roman Pompeii. The content is accessible even if you’re not an archaeology expert — and seeing it framed through a dialogue with West Lake’s own heritage gives it real local meaning.

Digital guides and display tech have been quietly upgraded, making the whole visit smoother than expected. The show runs through March 2026 and is absolutely worth seeing, especially on a quieter weekday.

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07/10/2025

Jinsha Lake ~ The City in Gold

Evening light hits the glass towers, turning everything golden. The lake ripples softly in the wind, reflecting the layered sky. The walkway stays quiet — a few people walking dogs, a few taking photos. Across the water, the skyline softens, mirrored perfectly in the lake.

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04/10/2025

Hidden in an older pocket of Kaixuan Lu, Fengqi Flower & Bird Market is Hangzhou's largest and most neatly divided garden-and-pet market, open daily until 6pm. It's split into three zones: the East for aquariums, fish, and pet gear; the West for fresh-cut flowers and bouquets; and the North for potted plants, bonsai, tools, and decorative stones.

Right at the entrance, you're greeted by a burst of color from the flower stalls - vibrant but not overwhelming Deeper inside, you'll find succulents, cacti, crystals,packaging supplies, and even beautifully arranged aquariums that show serious design care. As you wander,you'll spot parrots, chinchillas, hamsters, bunnies, and rows of shimmering tropical fish - enough to charm even the most jaded aquarium nerd.

Some zones lack air conditioning, but the flower stalls stay cool, and the plant-filled sections are bathed in soft natural light. Something about the mix of plants and animals makes the whole place feel a little more gentle-and very worth the trip.

When was the last time you lost yourself in a flower market- and what did you leave with?

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29/09/2025

3am for salmon sashimi and barbecue is pretty good after visiting a few neighboring bars...

Everyday in Hangzhou is quite wonderful!

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26/09/2025

Arabeska Hangzhou Special Deal 🎉
To celebrate Arabeska Hangzhou’s 1st Anniversary + China National Holiday:

📅 From now until Oct 7th
💰 25% OFF on all orders over 100 RMB
🕙 Daily 10:00 – 00:00

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26/09/2025

🐯✨ The Tiger Who Came to Tea — The Original West End Musical Comes to Hangzhou! ✨🐯

One of Britain’s most beloved picture books, The Tiger Who Came to Tea, is leaping off the page and onto the stage this November — and it's coming straight from London’s West End to the Dachuan Theatre in Hangzhou for just 4 shows only!

🎭 This joyful, all-English production (with Chinese subtitles) is perfect for ages 3+ and packed with giggles, gasps, and teatime magic.

📚 Adapted from Judith Kerr’s classic book (over 5 million copies sold worldwide), the show has toured 25 countries, earned an Olivier Award nomination, and is now in its 10th season in London.

Expect 55 minutes of colorful storytelling, snack-munching mayhem, and gentle fun. From tiny teacups to one very polite, very hungry tiger — this is a child’s perfect first theatre experience, and a nostalgic treat for grown-ups too.

📍 Dachuan Theatre
🗓 Nov 7–8 (Four shows only!)
🎟 Early Bird 40% Off Now — but over one-third of tickets have already sold, so don’t wait too long to grab your seats!

💌 DM me if you’d like the ticket link, or scan the poster with WeChat!

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25/09/2025

Hidden just behind the bustling streets of Wushan is a little-known National Key Cultural Relic: the Mahākāla carving at Baocheng Temple.

Baocheng Temple has a history of over 1,000 years. It was first founded as Sakya Monastery by the royal family of the Wuyue Kingdom, and flourished under the Yuan dynasty when rulers promoted Tibetan Buddhism in Hangzhou. The current halls were rebuilt in the 1980s, but the courtyard remains serene, a world apart from the lively markets outside.

The Mahākāla (known in Chinese as Da Hei Tian, “Great Black Deity”) is a fierce protector in Tibetan Buddhism. The statue shows him trampling a demon and holding a severed head—an expression of wrath when subduing evil. Inscribed with the exact date of 1322, it is the only known Tibetan Buddhist Mahākāla carving in China with a clear chronological record.

Beyond the main carving, the temple also holds striking relics: a “Vase of Abundance” symbolizing prosperity, a statue of Manjushri Bodhisattva representing wisdom, and even a Ming dynasty Arhat figure. Step outside, and a pond filled with goldfish and stone figures adds a touch of peaceful life to the grounds.

Compared with larger and more famous grottoes like Feilai Feng, this site is modest in scale, but stands out for its uniqueness and rarity. Visiting Baocheng Temple offers not only a glimpse into Tibetan Buddhist heritage in Hangzhou, but also a quiet retreat within the city.

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